Account Executive, Sales

Nexstar Open · verified Sep 24, 2026

IL, Peoria Full-time Mid-level Account Executive

At a glance

Mid-level Account Executive role at Nexstar. IL, Peoria · full-time · $35,000–$40,000 base.

SalaryStated by Nexstar

$35,000 – $40,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleAccount Executive

SeniorityMid-level

LocationIL, Peoria

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$35,000–$40,000

PostedAug 12, 2026 · 6w ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Call agencies and new prospects to sell television advertising and grow assigned revenue
Build local business relationships while maintaining current accounts and opening new ones
Present advertising proposals, explain media options, and share placement pricing with clients
Coordinate advertising schedules and help create commercials with clients and station staff

What you bring

A marketing, advertising, mass communications, or related degree, or equivalent education and work experience
At least one year in sales, preferably selling within media
A valid driver's license backed by an acceptable driving record
A track record of pursuing long-term goals through planned strategies and follow-through

Who this fits

This role suits a mid-level sales professional comfortable with prospecting, presentations, account development, and revenue targets. You should be able to work with local businesses and use standard office equipment. A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required. Compensation is commission-based with a stated range of $35,000-$40,000 per year.

From the employer

The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising.

Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
Makes sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
Maintains assigned accounts and develops new accounts.
Prepares and delivers sales presentations to clients.
Explains to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
Develops advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station media.
Works with clients and station personnel to develop advertisements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Minimum one year’s experience in sales, preferably in the media field.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

Pay Range: $35,000-$40,000 Commission based

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more.

SCAM ALERT:

Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv.